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The best romantasy books
Novels that will scratch your itch for heart-pounding romance and immersive fantasy.
Published on February 6, 2024
The Prison Healer
Lynette NoniThe intricate world-building and romantic tension found in “The Prison Healer” is sure to satisfy a reader’s romantasy cravings. Held within the notorious prison of Zalindov as the place’s healer, 17-year-old Kiva Meridan takes the place of the sickly Rebel Queen in a series of deadly trials. As Kiva navigates these impossible challenges, Jaren, a new inmate, draws closer to her, despite the dangers. The flawless cliffhanger will grab you and send you running for the next books in the trilogy, “The Gilded Cage” and “The Blood Traitor.”
Dance of Thieves
Mary E. PearsonJase is part of a formidable outlaw family, and after the passing of his father, he’s suddenly thrust into power with foes on all sides. When the crown sends Kazi, a pickpocket turned elite soldier, on a mission to the land ruled by Jase’s family, their fates intertwine in a risky game of love and death. There’s a lot of action, political intrigue, and romance between Jase and Kazi, who have more than one trick up their sleeves.
Graceling
Kristin CashoreIf you’re into slow-burn romance, Cashore’s high fantasy series will sweep you off your feet. No one has ever treated Katsa with kindness. Forced to be the king’s assassin, she’s grown to believe in her reputation as a cold-blooded murderer. That’s until she crosses paths with Po, the prince of Lienid. When they set off to search for his grandfather’s kidnapper, Po’s caring nature starts to rub off on Katsa as she begins to discover the transformative power of love.
These Violent Delights
Chloe GongShakespearian romance meets urban fantasy in this rollercoaster of a retelling. In 1920s Shanghai, Roma and Juliette are the heirs of rival gangs. They shared a secret love as teens, but a heartbreaking betrayal turned them into sworn enemies. Now they must put aside the blood feud between them to stop a menacing creature from wreaking havoc in their city. It’s bizarre, it’s spicy, and it’s your next favorite romantasy novel.
Caraval
Stephanie GarberDescribed by many as “The Night Circus” meets “The Hunger Games,” this fantasy saga has it all: A magical circus, lyrical prose, a deep sisterly bond, a sensual romance. Scarlett wants nothing more than to go to Caraval with her sister, Tella; once there, she wants nothing more than to find her sister and save her from death. Utterly captivating.
Fourth Wing
Rebecca YarrosNo fantasy fan can resist dragon adventures, while romance bookworms have a weakness for enemies-to-lovers plots. “Fourth Wing” can more than please both crowds with a school of magic and spicy scenes that can set a room on fire (literally). Violet, the bookish daughter of a formidable mother, must put aside her fear to become a dragon rider. But first, she has to graduate Basgiath War College, where everyone and everything seems out to kill her — including Xaden, a respected wingleader. Their animosity soon evolves into undeniable attraction.
Tress of the Emerald Sea: Secret Projects, #1
Brandon SandersonIn the tradition of “The Princess Bride“ and “Stardust,” Sanderson (“The Stormlight Archive,” ”Mistborn”) crafts a whimsical spin on an epic fantasy. Tress and Charlie are best friends — and potentially more. When Charlie’s father sends him away for an arranged marriage, Tress embarks on an adventurous rescue mission to bring Charlie home. Sanderson’s relatable protagonists have a way to win your heart with their bravery and sweet, authentic bond.
A Court of Thorns and Roses (1 of 2) [Dramatized Adaptation]: A Court of Thorns and Roses 1
A Court of Thorns and Roses (1 of 2) [Dramatized Adaptation]: A Court of Thorns and Roses 1
Sarah J. MaasFeyre, a skilled hunter, gets in trouble with the leader of a magical kingdom for her latest kill. But soon after she’s captured by the dark and mysterious ruler, her icy feelings towards him start to thaw. Wildly inventive and deeply emotional, this retelling of “Beauty and the Beast” blends fantasy and a scorching love story to create a heart-pounding adventure.
The Shadows Between Us
Tricia LevensellerLooking for the rare unicorn of fantasy: a standalone novel? Maybe you’re a Slytherin looking for romance? Then “The Shadows Between Us” is exactly the book for you. Every character knows what they want and will murder to get it: Alessandra plans to steal the Shadow King’s heart and then kill him to become queen. But first, she has to protect him from all other attempts on his life.
The Third Veil
Heather CarterCarter’s “The Third Veil” is a lushly written fantasy romance that sweeps readers along for a remarkable journey. Seven is a downtrodden woman in the real world, but gets drawn into an alternate world where magic, princes, and the fate of all universes and dimensions are in her hands.
The Princess Bride: S. Morgenstern's Classic Tale of True Love and High Adventure (The "Good Parts" Version)
The Princess Bride: S. Morgenstern's Classic Tale of True Love and High Adventure (The "Good Parts" Version)
William GoldmanLong before romantasy became a thing, the dreamy universe of “The Princess Bride” stirred readers’ hearts. With playful irony and “awww”-inducing moments, Goldman narrates farm boy Westley’s hero’s journey to his beloved Princess Buttercup, who’s trapped in the hands of the evil Prince Humperdinck. This 1973 novel is an enchanting medieval fairy tale with sword fights, witches, and fantastic creatures, where true love conquers all.